Collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, communicate findings and translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
Participation in training and professional development activities to build expertise in data analytics, AI, financial markets and client strategy, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within CDEG.
Analyst Expectations
To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
Partner with other functions and business areas.
Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisation’s products, services and processes within the function.
Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.
All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.
Summer Internship Programme Overview
Join us as a summer intern and discover the world of finance, data and technology. You’ll work on real projects from day one, supported by a mentor and line manager, gaining hands-on experience across a 10-week programme. You’ll build technical and commercial skills while developing an understanding of how data, analytics and AI are used to generate insights across financial markets.
Why the Client Data & Engineering Group Summer Intern Programme?
As a Summer Analyst, you’ll work on projects combining data, analytics and AI to generate insights across Markets and the wider Investment Bank.
You may
Analyse complex datasets to generate insights
Build dashboards, visualisations and analytical outputs
Support development of data-driven tools and analytical capabilities
Contribute to AI and machine learning use cases focused on insight generation and workflow enhancement
Work with structured datasets to improve data quality and usability
Collaborate with stakeholders across Markets, Banking and Technology
You’ll gain practical experience of how data, analytics and AI are applied across the business.
How you’ll develop
You’ll build analytical and problem-solving skills through hands-on project work, supported by coaching and mentorship. You will:
Develop your ability to work with data and generate insights
Gain exposure to data analysis, visualisation and AI-supported workflows
Learn how analytics and AI are used in real business environments
Build communication skills by presenting insights to varied audiences
Client Data & Engineering Group (CDEG) at Barclays
The Client Data & Engineering Group (CDEG) focuses on using data, analytics and AI to generate insights that support how the business understands clients and opportunities. CDEG develops data platforms and analytical capabilities used across Markets and Banking, helping teams work with data more effectively and generate scalable, insight-led outputs.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for students in their penultimate year from any academic background with an interest in data, analytics and financial markets.
You’ll
Enjoy working with data and solving problems
Demonstrate structured thinking and analytical capability
Be curious about financial markets and insight generation
Communicate clearly and work well in teams
Be adaptable, proactive and keen to learn
Experience with data analysis, programming (e.g. Python, SQL), or AI/ML concepts is beneficial but not required.
Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants if they meet the Home Office’s eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa. Successful applicants who are not eligible to receive a skilled worker visa, and who we are therefore unable to secure a skilled worker visa for, will be required to have their own legal right to work in the UK on a full-time basis from June 2027 to August 2027.
Working in London
If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. Here, you won’t just be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital; you’ll be in a place where you can explore all the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant. And if you’re technically minded, you’ll get more from your tech career by collaborating with other brilliant minds on game-changing innovations that are redefining the future of finance.
